Sunday in the Art Room SITAR

 Welcome to

Above made by me with NightCafe. 

Today is for artists that create in ANY medium to come on by and just talk art. Write a post about what's on your mind in the art world. It's a place to ask questions on your blog where other's can hopefully answer. Or share your videos, your techniques, tools or even what type of camera you use. So, you say you can't draw but you can write.... that's art baby! AI creations are welcome as well. Since this type of art is taking off to main stream. Let's say you think you are in no way artsy. But you love art. Show murals, historical art, your friends or kids art and talk about it.  

I would like this to be an all inclusive way for artist to share, whatever. 

My only rule? Criticism with kindness. 

If someone asks to have their art critiqued it must be done with generosity and consideration. 

This is a place of encouragement and inspiration. 

 

Over the last week I have received comments and emails about using prompts. In some cases I think prompts are very helpful, especially if you are having a hard time getting started. Or if you are in some kind of art challenge. 

For me, however, prompts seem to limit me. In my head I think I can't go outside of the boundaries and I get stuck. I lose my spontaneity.

With that said there are some who can't create without a catalyst. One person wrote and asked where to get prompts. 

In this day and age a simple click of the computer key will set you to a host of written ideas, videos, and descriptions that can help you create. 

A single word can spark inspiration. Don't take a defeated breath and tell yourself you just can't think of anything to create. If you want to make art then make art!

Flip through books, or magazines. Turn on some music or a movie. 
Set a timer and sketch for 5 minutes. Don't think about it, just start drawing, or painting, or putting collage together. What ever your medium is. 

In my wildest dreams I never thought I would consider myself a portrait artist. However, I do sketch other things. Mostly other body parts. Lately it has been feet and hands. Who knows where this will take me. The same is for you. 

 These are 5 minute sketches. 

 

This one is a little longer maybe 25 minutes.

 The main thing that stops people from creating is... fear. Fear that it won't be good enough= self doubt.  Fear of rejection= worrying about what other's will think. Fear of comparison= comparing your work to more experienced artists and feeling defeated. 

Self doubt, flip the wheel. We all go through self doubt but you have to stomp your foot on the ground and say, "I'm an artist, and what I create is worthy." 

Worrying about others. Who gives a flying flip what others think? If you like what you create then you will improve with each new project. If someone is giving you negative responses then quit showing that person your art. You don't need them!

Comparing your art to more experienced artists and feeling bad is the opposite of what you should be thinking. Instead, "Wow! Look at that art." Inspect it, see how it is created. If the artist is around talk to them. Then create with new confidence and pride in your art. 

Everyone is on a different level with their art. We only get better by sharing and talking with each other.  With patience and practice to achieve what we want.

I kind of got off the subject of prompts but I hope this post has given you enthusiasm to go to your space and create!

That's if for me. I look forward to seeing your art in Sunday in the Art Room

Nicole